A Message from Fr. Howarth

Join Father Howarth and IC parishioners for a first-class trip to Ireland from Friday July 31, 2026 to Monday, August 10, 2026. An information meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 25. Click on the flyer to register for the information session. Pictured below are some of the sights you will see on the trip. Click here to read more about the trip: https://app.tern.travel/trips/1VjpbeATKfA-hkRWpw1OCg/landing_page

When you attend a funeral, you will notice many floral tributes to the deceased. As someone who appreciates flowers, seeing them beautifully arranged in vases and baskets is a sight to behold. However, they usually all end up in an unflattering heap on top of the grave. I would ask you to think about having a Mass offered for your loved one. St. Monica famously said, “I care not where you bury me, but remember me at the altar of the Lord.” Perhaps, when prearranging your fune